Carolina Quick Tips: Life Cycle of the Tobacco HornwormGain an understanding of the tobacco hornworm life cycle by observing the growth and development of a hornworm larvae in a vial. Learn about the integral steps of care and handling throughout this life cycle to witness the emergence of an adult moth. View »

Balancing Chemical EquationsHaving your students balance chemical equations aids their understanding of conservation of mass. In this activity, students build models to "see" what happens on both sides of the equation. View »

Care of Classroom Critters over BreaksLiving organisms may bring your classroom to life, but they won’t take care of themselves if left alone while the 2-legged, upright-walking organisms go on break. We offer some tips to make breaks and holidays happy for you and your critters. View »

Characteristics of Bacteria ChartDetermine the characteristics of bacteria such as shape, mobility, gram staining results, and incubation temperatures. Also easily determine which media should be used for each bacteria listed. View »

Chemistry Laboratory CloseoutWith the end of the school year approaching, it’s time to start preparing your laboratory for summer break. We've compiled a checklist to help you complete the task. View »

Chicks!Carolina offers 4 living options for studying the avian life cycle—button and Coturnix quail, chickens, and ducks. View »

Closing Up the Biology LabThe end of the school year is almost here, and you need to start preparing your lab for summer break. We've compiled a checklist to help you complete the task View »

How To Dissect A Fetal PigIn this video you will learn how to perform a dissection on Carolina Biological Supply Company's fetal pig specimen. This video will walk you through the entire process from preparation to removing the organ block for observing the internal pig organs. View »

How to Store ChemicalsImagine starting the school year with a chemical storage area that’s safer, better organized, and easier to maintain. View »

How to Use a Student Compound MicroscopeThe proper procedure for looking through a microscope is to keep both eyes open. This requires some practice but reduces eyestrain during long-term use. With practice, you can mentally block the eye that is not looking through the microscope. View »

Make Your Lab Greener for Good!Despite Kermit's lament, it's really not hard to be green. In fact, it can save you money, reduce hazardous chemical use, and make your lab a safer, more pleasant environment for you and your students. View »

Observing Daphnia Heart RateDaphnia’s transparent body and large heart make it ideal for physiological studies. Let us show you how to set up a popular heart rate measurement experiment using Daphnia magna. View »

Proper Storage of a pH ElectrodeWith the end of the school year approaching, it’s time to start preparing your lab equipment for summer storage. The professionals at Hanna® have some tips for storing and maintaining pH electrodes. View »